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The best things to do and see (or watch) in Europe this week

A Taylor Swift exhibition, new Smashing Pumpkins and David Lynch albums, Edinburgh Fringe and Irish music festival - here's what to see and do in Europe this weekend.

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Paris Olympics: What do athletes listen to before competing?

RnB, rap, rock and even gospel. Different athletes seek different vibes when preparing for a competition. We take a look at what gets them going during the Paris Olympics showdown.

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Ranking The Smashing Pumpkins albums from worst to best

With the release of The Smashing Pumpkins' 'Aghori Mhori Mei', their thirteenth LP, we explore where their newest effort ranks in their discography.

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Fontaines D.C. cancel Istanbul show in solidarity with Palestine

“We must be clear in our convictions and put solidarity with the people of Palestine first.” Irish band Fontaines D.C. explain why they won’t be playing in Türkiye later this month.

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US entertainment industry backs bill against AI deepfakes

The bill would create the first-ever federal right to one’s voice and likeness – something that currently only exists at the state level.

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Album anniversaries: Three records to celebrate in August 2024

From extraterrestrial R&B and ambitious vocal exercises to one of the greatest records ever released, here's our pick of the three albums celebrating a major anniversary this month.

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Edinburgh Fringe 2024 Preview: How to get around and what to see

The world’s largest performance arts festival returns to Edinburgh in August with one of its most enticing line-ups in years. As a a key platform for European talent spotting, the programme for the Fringe is famous for its eclectic mix of stand-up comedy and theatre.

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Sam Smith portrait joins UK Royal Family at National Portrait Gallery

The portrait of the five-time Grammy Award winner will hang alongside the King and the Princess of Wales at the National Portrait Gallery, as part of its 'History Makers' display, which celebrates the most influential figures of contemporary culture.

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The 1975 sued for €2.2million by Malaysian festival over LGBTQ protest

The festival organisers have filed a suit, citing that the band’s infamous same-sex kiss led the festival to be forced to shut down last summer.

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Sinéad O’Connor’s cause of death revealed – one year after her death

Beloved singer and activist Sinéad O’Connor died from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma, according to her death certificate.

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The best things to do and see (or watch) in Europe this week

Not all heroes wear comic-accurate costumes! As the world's greatest athletes congregate in Paris, here's how to celebrate the Olympics across Europe.

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Pharrell Williams wants arts competitions back for 2028 Olympics

The musician-turned-designer wants to reinstate arts competitions back on the world's biggest sports stage. Yes, you read correctly – Arts used to be an Olympic discipline, with medals awarded in five categories...

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Here are the best albums of 2024... So far

How many have you heard? And do you agree with our first-half of 2024 ranking?

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Paris Olympics: Star-studded line-up finally revealed for opening

Céline Dion, Lady Gaga, Aya Nakamura and Gojira, the first heavy metal band to ever perform at the Olympics, have all been confirmed as music performers during the opening ceremony.

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Missed the Eras Tour? Catch Taylor Swift's costumes at London's V&A

Calling all Swifties! London's V&A Museum is presenting a trail featuring a curated collection of costumes, guitars, and other memorabilia from Swift's extensive career.

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Mercury Prize 2024: Check out the shortlisted nominees

This year's Mercury Prize shortlist is borderline flawless. From Charli XCX to The Last Dinner Party, via Beth Gibbons and Nia Archives, all are deserving of taking the top prize in September...

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Why are European fans outraged over Sabrina Carpenter’s 2025 tour?

Sabrina Carpenter fans are left fuming at the “criminal” ticket prices for the European leg of her Short n' Sweet 2025 tour next March.

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81-year-old conductor sacked following assault allegation

Conductor Sir John Eliot Gardiner has had his contract with the Monteverdi Choir and Orchestras officially terminated, 11 months after he was suspended for hitting a singer during a performance.

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Will Céline Dion sing at the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics?

“Apparently she has arrived in Paris, it's great!" shared Macron on French television. "I would be immensely happy if she could be at this opening ceremony, like all our compatriots."

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British blues pioneer John Mayall dies aged 90

John Mayall, often called the "father of British blues", played with the likes of Eric Clapton, Mick Fleetwood and Patti Smith. He was due to be inducted in the 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class in October.